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Shadow Work: The Unpaid, Unseen Jobs That Fill Your Day
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With The Exception Of Sleep, Humans Spend More Of Their Lifetimes On Work Than Any Other Activity. It Is Central To Our Economy, Society, And The Family. It Underpins Our Finances And Our Sense Of Meaning In Life. Given The Overriding Importance Of Work, We Need To Recognize A Profound Transformation In The Nature Of Work That Is Significantly Altering Lives: The Incoming Tidal Wave Of Shadow Work.Shadow Work Includes All The Unpaid Tasks We Do On Behalf Of Businesses And Organizations. It Has Slipped Into Our Routines Stealthily; Most Of Us Do Not Realize How Much Of It We Are Already Doing, Even As We Pump Our Own Gas, Scan And Bag Our Own Groceries, Execute Our Own Stock Trades, And Build Our Own Unassembled Furniture. But Its Presence Is Unmistakable, And Its Effects Farreaching.Fueled By The Twin Forces Of Technology And Skyrocketing Personnel Costs, Shadow Work Has Taken A Foothold In Our Society. Lambert Terms Its Prevalence As Middleclass Serfdom, And Examines Its Sources In The Invasion Of Robotics, The Democratization Of Expertise, And New Demands On Individuals At All Levels Of Society. The End Result? A More Personalized Form Of Consumption, A Great Social Leveling (Pedigrees Dont Help With Shadow Work!), And The Weakening Of Communities As Robotics Reduce Daily Human Interaction.Shadow Work Offers A Field Guide To This New Phenomenon. It Shines A Light On These Trends Now So Prevalent In Our Daily Lives And, More Importantly, Offers Valuable Insight Into How To Counter Their Effects. It Will Be Essential Reading To Anyone Seeking To Understand How Their Day Got So Fulland How To Deal With The Ubiquitous Shadow Work That Surrounds Them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Shadow Work: The Unpaid, Unseen Jobs That Fill Your Day'? A: 'Shadow Work' discusses the unpaid tasks that individuals perform, often unknowingly, on behalf of businesses and organizations, highlighting the transformation in the nature of work in today's society.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Shadow Work' is Craig Lambert.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Shadow Work' was published on May 12, 2015.
- Q: How many pages does 'Shadow Work' have? A: 'Shadow Work' has a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Shadow Work' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes in 'Shadow Work' include the impact of technology on work, the concept of unpaid labor, and the effects of shadow work on individual lives and communities.
- Q: Is the book suitable for someone interested in workplace culture? A: Yes, 'Shadow Work' falls under the category of Workplace Culture, making it a relevant read for those interested in understanding modern work dynamics.
- Q: What insights does the book offer regarding shadow work? A: 'Shadow Work' offers insights into recognizing and addressing the prevalence of unpaid tasks in our daily lives and how they affect our sense of fulfillment and community.
- Q: Does the book provide solutions to manage shadow work? A: Yes, 'Shadow Work' not only highlights the issue but also offers valuable strategies to counter the effects of shadow work.
- Q: Can I find this book in new condition? A: 'Shadow Work' is available in new condition, ensuring a quality reading experience.